Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe getures during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Sergio Perez
Real Madrid takes top spot in LaLiga with 4-1 win over Las Palmas
Madrid, Jan 19 (EFE).- Real Madrid stormed to the top of the EA Sports LaLiga table with a 4-1 win over UD Las Palmas at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday.
The Meringue side took advantage of Atlético Madrid’s 1-0 loss to Leganés on Saturday, their first defeat after 15 consecutive wins.
After an early goal from Fábio Silva put Las Palmas ahead, Real Madrid responded with vengeance.
Las Palmas’ Fabio Silva (L) scores the 0-1 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Fernando Villar
Goals from Kylian Mbappé (18th and 36th minutes) and Brahim Díaz (33rd minute) ensured a calm second half in which Rodrygo scored the fourth goal in the 57th minute.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side moved two points clear of Atlético Madrid and seven points clear of Barcelona. EFE
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Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring the 1-1 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Sergio Perez
Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz celebrates after scoring the 2-1 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Sergio Perez
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe (R) celebrates with teammate Lucas Vazquez (L) after scoring the 3-1 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Sergio Perez
Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Goes (R) celebrates after scoring the 4-1 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Fernando Villar
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe (R) is hugged by a young supporter following the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and UD Las Palmas, in Madrid, Spain, 19 January 2025. EFE/ Fernando Villar
